Coming up -- Published May 9, 2013

This actor-comedian, known best for his role in the "Rush Hour" film series, does his stand-up routine.

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By The Record

Posted May. 9, 2013 at 12:01 AM

By The Record
Posted May. 9, 2013 at 12:01 AM

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Comedy: Chris Tucker

This actor-comedian, known best for his role in the "Rush Hour" film series, does his stand-up routine. Tucker, from Atlanta, portrayed a detective, James Carter, in "Rush Hour" (1998), an action-comedy movie, and its two sequels (2001, 2007). Tucker, 41, began his comedy career in 1988 and appeared on "Def Comedy Jam" in the '90s. He broke into movies in 1995, appearing with Ice Cube in "Friday." He also acted (as Danny McDaniels) in "Silver Linings Playbook" (2012), which was nominated for an Academy Award as best movie. May 18, Bob Hope Theatre, 242 E. Main St., Stockton. (209) 373-1400.

Subtitled "The NFL and the U.S. Armed Forces," this touring display from the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio, documents the links between football and the U.S. military during times of war. Over the years, 1,200 pro players have placed their careers on hold to serve the nation, ranging from Art Donovan (World War II) to San Jose's Pat Tillman (Afghanistan). The military's USO tours of major entertainers have been particularly noteworthy morale boosters since the Vietnam War. May 25-Sept. 22, The Haggin Museum, 1201 N. Pershing Ave., Stockton. (209) 940-6300.

Called "Can't Stop Singing," many of the main characters in PBS' age-proof children's television series engage in a songfest that "brings the magic of music to life on stage ... and right into the audience." Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Grover, Baby Bear, Cookie Monster, Bert, Ernie and Murray. This show is a "nonstop, all-singing, all-dancing musical montage." There's also a "play zone" where young people can interact with members of the "Sesame Street" family. June 11 and 12, Stockton Arena. ticketmaster.com. $15-$60. (800) 745-3000.

This musical tribute to the late Waldo Holt, a conservationist and activist, includes his friend, Dirk Hamilton, Marirose and the Gypsies, Big Earl and the Poorhouse Millionaires and Erin Odessa. June 8, 3536 Rainier Ave., Stockton.